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Comment on The Fostex B16 tape machine by Leonardo Ramires

Leonardo Ramires — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:35:33 +0000

I own a Fostex B-16DM three head version, found it in Brazil! It comes with a extra unit called Fostex 8091 audio tape monitor, Its like another bottom audio part, fully equipped with more 16 audio cards to read the extra repro-head. But the unit I found does not have all the cables do connect to the machine, neither the controllers to switch the audio output to sync/repro/input… , the Fostex 8091 does not have any buttons that make this switching, only a power button.

Comment on About by Chris Sidwell

Chris Sidwell — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:53:32 +0000

Hi Chris,
I’ve purchased a Magnecord PT6-J three-head reel-to-reel, along with its matching amplifier, the PT63-J amp. I’m currently working on refurbishing both pieces. Although I managed to find the schematic for the PT6-JA—which was made for an earlier two-head model—I haven’t yet located the schematic for the PT63-JA. I’ve thoroughly searched online but haven’t been successful so far.
I noticed that your group might be able to help with Magnecord questions, and possibly connect me with David Boyer, the son of John Boyer, one of Magnecord’s founding partners, through your site. I also reached out by email to the Museum of Magnetic Sound Recording to see if they might have the schematic.

Comment on Out-of-Print-Book-Report: “The Guitars Friend” 1977 by Laury Ostrow

Laury Ostrow — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:06:23 +0000

In reply to Mark. Mark, thanks for the comments. CHeck out my current work. Be well. Laury

Comment on Out-of-Print-Book-Report: “The Guitars Friend” 1977 by Laury Ostrow

Laury Ostrow — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:57:58 +0000

In reply to Dorian MacDougall. Dorian, thanks so for the kind words

Comment on Out-of-Print-Book-Report: “The Guitars Friend” 1977 by Laury Ostrow

Laury Ostrow — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:56:25 +0000

In reply to Mark. Mark, Thanks for remembering.

Comment on Out-of-Print-Book-Report: “The Guitars Friend” 1977 by Laury Ostrow

Laury Ostrow — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:55:25 +0000

In reply to Dorian MacDougall. This is Laury. What a wonderful piece to read. Really means a lot to me.

Comment on Out-of-Print-Book-Report: “The Guitars Friend” 1977 by Mark

Mark — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:17:54 +0000

I bought a D-18 from Guitar’s Friend around 1976 and received their catalog for probably a couple years. I still have the Martin and it’s in perfect shape. I think I paid around $600

Comment on LOFT recording consoles circa mid 1970’s: UPDATE by chris

chris — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:39:35 +0000

In reply to Steve. Hi steve. what was the name of your group(s)? I don't have any knowledge of this place, but I do have at least one LP that was recorded there: "Trinity Symphony" by Paul Flaherty et al.

Comment on LOFT recording consoles circa mid 1970’s: UPDATE by Steve

Steve — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:46:14 +0000

I used to record at Amphion Recording in Rockville CT. If anyone knows how to get in touch with Ed Adams, John Barilla, or Marty Fayhe (sp?), please get in touch with me. Thanks

Steve

Comment on Contact us / F A Q by chris

chris — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:23:08 +0000

In reply to Booms-i. hello, i do not know. CR